Fire device testing on UFV campuses August 12-16

This message sent on behalf of Campus Planning and Facilities Management Please be advised that Johnson Control,  Elite Fire Protection and Kone Elevator will visit UFV’s Abbotsford and Chilliwack campuses Aug 12-16 for fire device testing on emergency lights, sound bells and flashing lights, strobes, fire extinguishers, kitchen systems, elevator shafts, and smoke detectors. Fire … Read more

UFV walk-out in support of Afghan women — Aug 15

On Thursday, August 15th at noon, we will gather to commemorate three years since the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan. This event takes place on the UFV  Abbotsford campus, in the walkway between the Student Union Building (Building S) and the UFV Athletic Centre (Building E). Afghan women have been banned from attending university since December … Read more

Weaving Knowledge Systems workshop — Aug 26

This in-person workshop on Monday, Aug 26 on the UFV Abbotsford campus (room G124) provides you with hands-on experience and resources that will bring together Indigenous and Western worldviews based on your subject area. We will explore experiential activities to weave cultural safety/humility, Indigenous ways of knowing and being, and Indigenous worldviews into your course(s)/practice. … Read more

Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation — Aug 19

Join Lorna Andrews and Leanne Joe in this in-person ‘Educators Journey Towards Reconciliation’ workshop where we will discover challenges and best practices in decolonizing the classroom and our education practice. During this two-day workshop in room G124 on the UFV Abbotsford, we will explore strategies for creating a culturally safe learning environment and Indigenizing through … Read more

IT Service Desk has a new location on Chilliwack campus

Beginning Monday, July 22, the UFV Chilliwack IT Service Desk will welcome students and employees at a new location on the main level of building A, beside the security office  (A1108). The increased presence of the IT Service Desk location makes receiving technology support faster, easier, and more accessible, enhancing both the student and employee … Read more

Employee Fall BBQ — Aug 21

The campus shuttle is available to employees wishing to catch a ride from Abbotsford to UFV Chilliwack for the annual Employee Fall BBQ being held on Wednesday, August 21. Please note, while this is a quieter time on campus, priority seating does go to students. If the shuttle is full, staff may need to wait … Read more

New expense management system live July 15

UFV’s new expense management system (EMS), Chrome River, is officially live as of July 15.  The new system will streamline the processing of expense claims, while ensuring greater transparency and compliance with university policies and procedures. Starting July 15, employees can access Chrome River and begin entering and submitting expense claims, including Development & Training … Read more

UFV Board of Governor’s policy and bylaw revisions

At its June 20 meeting, the Board of Governors approved the following bylaw and policy revisions: Board Bylaw 110.01 Board of Governor’s Roles and Responsibilities Board Policy 205.01 – Board Policy on Tuition and Other Fees 110.07 Board Composition, Appointment, Election and Succession At the same meeting, the policies listed below were approved. Prevention, Education … Read more

Disability Empowerment Month gatherings — July 22 and 24

Disability Empowerment month is set out to celebrate the achievements, experiences, and history of individuals with disabilities. Join Student Wellness on Monday, July 22 in the UFV Abbotsford Student Lounge (S1111) from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm for conversation, learning, games, fun, and more! Don’t forget to check out our scavenger hunt for a chance … Read more

UFV first annual Accessibility Report now available online

As we continue our work for UFV to become a more accessible community and fulfill its obligations under the Accessible British Columbia Act, the first Annual Accessibility Report is now available on the AccessibleUFV webpage. The report highlights the progress made on the priority areas identified for UFV’s Phase 1: Accessibility Plan from September 2023 … Read more